A-Kon 27 Schedule Saturday

Main Events in
AM
4
Chantilly Ballroom
Coral
Emerald
Sapphire
Topaz
Governor’s
Senator’s
Gepetto’s
Carpenter
Grand A&B
Grand C
Grand D&E
De La Salle
De Soto A
Doll A-Kon
De Soto B
Doll A-Kon
Cosplay HQ
Peacock Terrace
Madrid
Manchester
Metropolitan
Milan
Ming
FUNimation Lounge
Miro
Monet
Monte Carlo
KonBuki
Morocco
Obelisk B
Rosetta
Steuben
Dance Workshops
Shelbourne
Park View
Counter Offer
Mezzanine
Tower Lobby
Peacock
Terrace
Comet
15 30 45
AM
5
15 30 45
Saturday Morning Presents...
Minami-kun no Koibito (My Little Lover)
AM
6
15 30 45
AM
7
AM
8
15 30 45
Dramas Pre-show
PARTICIPANTS
15 30 45
Anime Theme Songs
MAIN EVENTS
AM
9
AM
15 30 45
10
AM
11
15 30 45
PM
12
15 30 45
PM
1
15 30 45
PM
2
15 30 45
PM
3
15 30 45
Lolita and J-Fashion
Runway Show
PM
4
15 30 45
PM
5
Bad Fan-Fiction Theatre: Better Than
Hamlet with Sh*t Otaku Say (16+)
So You Think
You Can Improv?
Strike a Pose!
with Alex Moore
FANS Conference
15 30 45
PM
6
15 30 45
PM
15 30 45
PM
8
PM
9
PM
PM
11
15 30 45
AM
12
15 30 45
A Manic Discussion
About Fetishes (18+)
15 30 45
AM
1
15 30 45
AM
2
15 30 45
AM
3
The Yaoi Hands-On Games (18+)
A-Kon Dance
with DJ Void & Johnny Violence
Werewolves of the Dark Arts
NSSC Game Night (18+)
Toons That Go Bump in the Night
How Not to Be That Guy (18+)
Hit & Pun Unfiltered: An
Interactive Comedy (18+)
Not ALL H-Games (18+)
15 30 45
Anime Streaming
Rocky Horror Picture Show: Presented by Los Bastardos (18+)
Closed
Anime Hell (18+)
VK Night: Goths, Rock, Pop & Pop Rock Goths!
Screensnaps: Akira Live Movie Riff
with Nerdcore Comedy
Setup
So You Want to Get
In-Character (Advanced)
All Yaoi Considered
with BL Garden (18+)
Ye Olde Anime of the
Early 2000’s
10
15 30 45
Cosplay Contest
Sports Anime Festival!!
15 30 45
Karaoke OK
Con-Horrors (18+)
Carmilla
Dessert Show
Writing Internet Horror
The Webcomics
Roundtable
Neko Neko
Academy
Deconstructing Kon
Consent vs. Coercion
with S. Jefferson (18+)
7
Cosplay Rehearsal
The Alchemy of
Fullmetal Alchemist
Awkward Zombie Q & A
with Katie Tiedrich
Voice Acting Tryouts
with David Vincent
Steampunk DIY
with Airship Isabella
Kocha to Kaju-en Express
Maid Show
FUNimation Major Dub Premiere:
The Boy and the Beast
Raunchy Shakespeare
with Austin Tindle (18+)
3D Custom Girl
101 (18+)
Whose Line Is it Anime! (18+)
How to Be Kawaii and
Not Be Broke
Night Time Social
Character Developement
Danganwrestling:
Danganronpa x WWE
Octopimp & Sparky
Waste Your Time
Production IG Premiere: Psycho-Pass: The Movie
The Basics of
Screenwriting
How to Make
Comic Books
Anime Jeopardy:
Expert
Free Miniature Plushie Workshop
Critical Role, RPGs, & the
Tabletop Renaissance!
Hot Dads of Anime
Q & A: RingDoll
Oh Crap!
Cosplay Construction
with Yaya Han
Kimono 201:
Silks and Decoration
Hilarious Hentai Dubs (18+)
Kimono 102:
Dressing Basics
Staff Favorites
Retro Game Speedrunning
MEK
WESTERN MEDIA
AM
4
For meetup & photoshoot schedules and autograph signings, see Guidebook.
K-Pop Dance Workshop
with K-Pop Dallas
JAPANESE FASHION
Goblin Market with SkyD.o.G.s
Victorian Social
Neptunia 101
Kosplay Kombat
Pop Culture Parenting
GAMING
Ballet with Princess
Kraehe (Princess Tutu)
After Auction Sale
What... the...
Fujoshi Game Night: Boys’ Love Card Games
with BL Garden (18+)
Setup
Getting into Making
Indie Video Games!
The Want Each Other Duo
(Gackt/Hyde)
Non-Visible: Otaku with
Non-Visible Disabilities
How to Learn J-Pop/K-Pop
Dances from YouTube!
Take One Improv Comedy Show
Making Lolita Your
Own: Breaking the Mold
MikuMikuDance: Creating Motion
Data (Model and Camera)
Cosplay 101
with Nicole Marie Jean
Dark Horse Manga
Industry Panel
Beginners’ Guide to Lolita
Makeup with Belladonna
Puppet Show
(Free for attendees.)
Behind the Voice:
Ladies Only!
Cosplay Q & A
with Yaya Han
Neko Neko Maid Cafe and Host Club
Behind the Voice: Men
of a Thousand Voices
Charity Auction
Checkout
Video Game Voice Acting
Workshop with Kyle Hebert
Creating and Sustaining
Realistic Characters
Pet Doll Blushing Workshop (16+)
The Mythology of
Grimm
Pundertale
Charity Auction
Demo: BJD Skirts
Interactive World Design:
Creating a New World
3x the Gunpla
We're Done "Freaking
Out" with Mystery Ben
Punkin’ Your Plushie
Cosplay Armor, Props,
and Costuming
Aniplex of America Industry Panel
Art Show Auction
KanColle 201: An
Admiral’s Experience
J-Pop Dance Contest
with J-Pop Texas
Setup
FANS CONFERENCE
Wild Sky Tribal’s
The Wild Ones
Victorian Mystery Theatre Tea
Fencing in Steampunk
Seating
15 30 45
Doll A-Kon
Market
Shows start on the hour.
Making Two Lumps
Anime in America:
From Speed Racer to Space Dandy
Seating
Puppet Show
(Free for attendees.)
Undertale: Whose Line Is it Anyway?!
Lolita and J-Fashion Dress
Rehearsal
Working in the Anime
Industry
Basic Anime Drawing
with Kristen McGuire
Setup
Face Up Workshop
Main Cosplay Judging
Cosplay Crash Course
Creepypasta Tales of
Terror Pt. 2
Todd Haberkorn Presents:
Voice Actors vs. Words!
What’s SO BAD About
Your Favorite Anime!
Anime’s Fiercest
Females
Luncheon in SER
Ani-Idol Finals
Who Wants to Be a Voice Actor?
AMV Masters Contest
Hadoken! An Intro to
Fighting Games
In-Character Cosplay
Challenge
Closed
No Entry
Neko Neko
Tea Party
RingDoll Projects:
Past and Future
Cosplay MacGyver
Steam Powered Giraffe Concert
Ani-Idol Second Round
FANS Conference
Seating
Sky Marshals Web Series Premiere
RWBY: Join Us in Remnant
BJDs and Social
Media
Pitch Dating
Nightmare Nights Panel
Tripping the Anime Rift:
Sci-Fi in Anime
Yousei Teikoku Q & A
Visit Japan with PacSet!
See Guidebook for hours and programming.
Advanced Leather
Coloring Techniques
Setup
Dancerextraordinaire
LARP and Life
with SkyD.o.G.s
Japanese & Korean Pop: Featuring Men
FUNimation Industry Panel
Voice Acting Tales: My
FUNimation Journey
The Birth of
Anime Fandom
Season of Ghosts
Q&A
Natalie Hoover Q & A
Sentai Filmworks Dub Premiere:
Cross Ange: Rondo of Angel & Dragon
Depression and Suicide
Prevention with R. Rong
What Exactly Is Military
Science Fiction?
On-site signups will begin at 10:00am. Availability is limited.
Send in the Clowns
Prop Mold Making
and Casting
Make Your Own
Hero Accessory
Antarctic Press
Industry Panel
The World of Space
Battleship Yamato
Live Pokémon Battle
Classic Anime Festival
Pass n Draw
Sickin’ Sweet
Sparkling Artists
Wet Molding Leather
for Masks and Armor
Dance with Panda Werk
Stranger Than Steampunk:
Really Weird Victorians
J-Pop Dance Workshop!
with J-Pop Dallas
Setup
Los
Bastardos
Gypsy Fusion Belly Dance
with Indigo Rose
DOLL A-KON
Mu Epsilon Kappa
National Gathering
Martial Arts Demonstration
Plano Martial Arts Academy
B&B Costhetics Makeup Demo
J-Pop/K-Pop Dance Demo
with RuleBreaker
Wild Sky Tribal’s
The Wild Ones
Kawaii Magic, Make-Up~!
The Lolita Transformation
COSPLAY
Calling All Con Chairs...
Come Visit with WRAC!
Japan-America Society
of Dallas/Fort Worth
Paida
Live
Gypsy Fusion Belly Dance
with Indigo Rose
Swap Meet
RealTDragon's Beginner
Cosplay Music Video
Workshop & Hangout
ParaPara Dance Exhibition
with EKS-D ParaPara
Fencing in Steampunk
INDUSTRY
ART, MUSIC, & WRITING
Martial Arts Demonstration
Plano Martial Arts Academy
Otaku Acoustic
Cosplay Wedding
Jennifer and David
Morning Bending with Toph 101
Japanese & Korean Pop: Featuring Women
Wake Up Social
Setup
Seating
GUESTS
Seating
A-Kon 27 Saturday, June 4th Schedule
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Main Events
FANS Conference
Guests
Gaming
Gaming Schedule
Coronado 10:00am - 2:00am
Pokémon TCG side tourneys and ARG qualifiers.
Cardfight Vanguard
3:00pm: ARG Circuit Series Qualifier Tournament
Cost: $10
Dragon Ball Z CCG
1:00pm: ARG Circuit Series Qualifier Tournament
Cost: $10
Dungeons & Dragons Adventure League
All modules start in blocks. See room for details.
10:00am - 3:00pm
D&D Tier 1, DDAL04-04 The Marionette, Lost Mine of Phandelver, Wild Card
3:00pm - 8:00pm
D&D Tier 1, DDAL04-04 The Marionette (Cont’d.), Wild Card
8:00pm - 1:00am
See onsite schedule.
Force of Will
11:00am: ARG Circuit Series Qualifier Tournament
Cost: $10
Pathfinder Society
Coronado
Industry
Japanese Fashion
Continued from previous column.
Pokémon TCG
All formats begin hourly.
Draft Tournament
Character Development
Want to learn more about writing strong characters? Ready to
learn about the fun world of archetypes? Learn more about
writing, how a character can grow and learn and how all of that
changes anime, manga, and how we talk and write about it.
Charity Auction
Drop by the A-Kon Charity Auction and you’ll find all kinds of stuff
you can’t get anywhere else. Over the years our auction has seen
rare items, personalized gifts from our guests, autographed collections and artwork, weekend passes to other conventions, and
some very special items donated by FUNimation.
Con-Horrors (18+)
While conventions are wonderful, horror lurks about! Join a 12year convention veteran with many tales of cons past, and lessons
for adults new and old to the con experience.
Consent vs. Coercion: People of Color & Negotiations (Sexuality)
Presented by Shirley Jefferson; a discussion of the relationship
between consent and coercion.
The Basics of Screenwriting
Learn to create and sell an original screenplay, including character
development, story structure, formatting, plotting, dos and don’ts,
and contacting studios and agents, with Jim O’Rear.
Cosplay Construction Breakdown
Join Yaya Han for an in-depth look at how her costumes are constructed, from the reference images to the finished costume on
stage. Learn about the thought process behind each step, as well
as the techniques used for the construction, including funny and
inspiring stories from Yaya’s 16 years of cosplay.
Cosplay Armor, Props, and Costuming
Do you wish you could bring your cosplay up to the next level
by using a laser to cut your materials or 3D print pieces for your
costume for FREE? We will be discussing all aspects of joining,
demos of some of the cooler tools, and showing examples of
some awesome stuff made at the Dallas Makerspace.
Cosplay 101
Discuss a broad range of topics on cosplay, art, design, and construction with Nicole Marie Jean. Ask your questions and learn tips
from her to help you with your own cosplay projects and ventures.
Beginner’s Guide to Lolita Makeup
Do you want doll-like eyes or the perfect rosy cheeks? Learn how
to put the finishing touch on any Lolita coordinate by applying just
the right makeup. We will show you different styles and trends,
and there will be a live demonstration to help you with some of
those pesky application worries.
Cosplay Contest
Always a highlight of the weekend, enjoy the fabulous costumes
and spectacular array of skits! Watch fellow fans show off their
hard work and dedication to bringing their favorite characters
to life.
Cosplay
Western Media
Stemmons 10:00am - 10:00pm
Doll A-Kon
Depression and Suicide Prevention
Join indie author Ryter Rong as she shares her personal story with
both of these difficult subjects. Whether you know someone who
is depressed/suicidal or have felt that way yourself, join this panel
to learn how to build a support system, learn what to NOT to say,
and become empowered with hope and positivity.
Doll A-Kon Market
Doll A-Kon’s Market Room hosts both commercial vendors and
individual artisans selling dolls and doll-related items.
Dramas Pre-show
Watch some dramas! ୧☉□☉୨
Face Up Workshop
Learn the steps to do a basic face-up. Vinyl heads donated by
Parabox will be available to each participant. Seats: 12. Cost: $20.
Free Miniature Plushie Workshop
Make a doll prop for 1/3 scale dolls. Participants will leave with
their finished project. Pre-reg to guarantee a spot. Seats: 20.
ANS Conference
Fandom and Neomedia Studies (FANS) Conference is an academic
conference during which scholars from a variety of disciplines
present research on fandom-related topics. Open to all attendees.
Schedule posted at event location.
Style: 300 points, modern age. Cost: $15
10:00am
Fujoshi Game Night: Boys’ Love Card Games (18+)
Are you a fujoshi? Do you enjoy card games? Join BL Garden as
they present their own yaoi card games based off games such as:
Fluxx, Cards Against Humanity, and many others. Free play.
1:00pm
Style: 500 points, no figure over 200 points, modern age. 3
rounds, 40 minute each. Cost: $5
5:00pm
Style: Event for players cut from State begins. 4 player pods, 1
booster box per player to use as entire team. Figures reset roundrobin at the end of round. 50 minute rounds. Cost: $12
8:00pm
Style: Mega Battle! 1200 points, any figure, any universe. 4
rounds, 60 minute each. Cost: No entry fee.
Magic: The Gathering
11:00am: Standard Win-a-Case
Style: Swiss Cost: $25
7:00pm: Commander Challenge
Style: 3 rounds of swiss pods. Point per player eliminated. Cost:
$25
Pokémon TCG League Challenge
Registration for challenge begins at 11:00am.
12:00pm: Pokémon League Challenge
Style: Expanded Format, Bring Your Own Deck Cost: $7
Cosplay Crash Course
Have you ever had a really weird question about styling a wig, or
where to get the perfect shirt for that one cosplay? We will tell
you how to do it while spending less and looking cute!
Cosplay MacGyver
Show off your skills as you become a Cosplay MacGyver! Grab a
box of secret supplies and make a costume worthy of a prize! Let
your creativity soar in this wacky panel crossover between Iron
Chef and Project Runway!
Cosplay Q & A with Yaya Han
A candid chat with Yaya about all aspects of cosplay. This is your
chance to ask her questions on cosplay-related topics as well as
her personal experiences in the world of cosplay.
Cosplay Wedding
After meeting at A-Kon back in 2010, Jennifer and David decided
they wanted to marry at the same venue. Join them in celebration.
FUNimation Industry Panel
From Akira to Dragon Ball Z, hear the latest news, info, and announcements from North America’s largest anime distributor. Live
tweet #FunimationPanel for a chance to win prizes!
Getting into Making Indie Video Games!
Love video games? Want to learn how to make them? Join the
Dallas Society of Play and we’ll answer questions, give anecdotes,
and show our own games to inspire you! Open to all ages, newbies, or those who have made a few games already.
Goblin Market
Once again, the Goblins will be opening their market doors. Can
you remain wholly yourself, or will you give away too much and
join the others lost behind the mirror? Come play a game, make a
deal, or just explore the Goblin Market!
Hadoken! An Intro to Fighting Games
Are you looking to get into the fun and exciting fighting game
scene with popular titles like Street Fighter and Mortal Kombat,
but don’t know how to get started? Come to this panel to learn!
Hilarious Hentai Dubs (18+)
Experience the world of outrageously over-the-top adult anime
dubbing. Whether it’s bizarre lines, contrived plots, insane innuendos, or just plain bad acting, you’re sure to laugh out loud
as we bask in the madness of some of the best(?) English-dubbed
scenes from adult anime.
Hit and Pun Unfiltered: An Interactive Comedy Show (18+)
Everyone loves to hate puns, despite the fact that they really just
hate to love them. Bring your best jokes; you’ll have the chance to
use them center stage.
Hot Dads of Anime
Oyajicons rejoice! Join us as we introduce you to our favorite hot
anime dads, as well as the awesome shows they came from. If
you’re a fan of older anime men, or if you just want recommendations for cool shows to watch, this panel is for you.
How Not to Be That Guy (18+)
We all have that friend, the overly-attached guy (or girl) that may
not realize they are being creepers. This panel is a place to share
stories and talk about how to deal with these sensitive and highly
awkward situations.
How to Be Kawaii and Not Be Broke
Being kawaii on a budget is no easy feat. Learn how to be frilly
without breaking the bank!
How to Learn J-Pop/K-Pop Dances from YouTube!
Do you LOVE the J-Pop and K-Pop choreography that you see on
YouTube? Do you want to learn but don’t know where to start?
Well we’ve got some tips for you!
How to Make Comic Books
An open forum Q & A discussion about the different ways to make
a comic.
In-Character Cosplay Challenge
Want to test out your acting skills? Want to see if you can keep
that tsundere act up? Then test what you’ve got at the InCharacter Cosplay Challenge!
Interactive World Design: Join Best Sellers in Creating a New
World
A open discussion on how to build a background world for your
novel. Presented by Eric Flint, John Ringo, and SM Stirling.
Critical Role, RPGs, and the Tabletop Renaissance!
Join DM Matthew Mercer for a panel discussion on his Dungeons
& Dragons Twitch show Critical Role, the wonderful, growing community of tabletop geeks, and all other facets of gamer life!
Creepypasta Tales of Terror Pt. 2
Chills, thrills, and things that go bump in the night! Stories full of
monsters, madmen, and mayhem, oh my! Prepare yourself for fun
and fright; courtesy of MissShadowLovely and CreepyPastaJr.
J-Pop Dance Contest
Who likes to dance? If you enjoy J-Pop and K-Pop music, whether
dancing to it or just listening, then join us! As always, the idea is
relax and odottemita!
Japanese & Korean Pop: Featuring Women
Women, doing the same thing! 6(•̀ᴗ•́)
Japanese & Korean Pop: Featuring Men
Men, singing in Japanese and/or Korean! (•̀o•́)9
Dance with Panda Werk
KonBuki programming. 〜(oωo)〜
Dancerextraordinaire
Wowthesepeoplearegreatatdancing! ヾ（〃＾∇＾）ﾉ♪
Danganwrestling: Danganronpa x WWE
Despair has invaded the WWE! What if the students of Hope’s
Peak Academy shared their ultimate talents in the squared circle
of a WWE arena? Suplexes, murder, steel chairs, and DESPAIR!
Find out the what, how, and WHY of this ridiculous YouTube series.
Dark Horse Manga Industry Panel
Dark Horse is the second-oldest publisher of manga in America.
Our titles include Fate/Zero, Evangelion, and Panty & Stocking
with Garterbelt. Please join us for our first-ever panel at A-Kon!
Deconstructing Kon
Anime director Satoshi Kon was a master of his craft. The man
responsible for critically acclaimed anime such as Paprika and
Paranoia Agent had a short, but incredibly powerful catalog of
work. Join us as we discuss the man, his works, his techniques,
and show clips from his filmography.
Demo: BJD Skirts
Some dolls don’t like to wear pants. Learn how to make a skirt for
your doll without a pattern.
Kosplay Kombat
It’s like a Pokémon battle using cosplayers and giant dice. Two
cosplayer “trainers” will try to get the upper hand in a random
scenario, by performing moves as the character they’re cosplaying, the success of which will be determined by a dice roll.
Production IG Premiere: Psycho-Pass: The Movie
The continuation and finale of the Psycho-Pass TV series, involving
the appearances of terrorists in Japan. Directed by Naoyoshi
Shiotani and Katsuyuki Motohiro, and written by Gen Urobuchi
and Makoto Fukami.
Todd Haberkorn Presents: Voice Actors vs. Words!
Voice acting is a wonderful, adventurous journey through the
world of entertainment that brings great joy… and today, it shall
bring great frustration. See who scores the most points as voice
actors take up the challenge of the written word! Featuring
Cherami Leigh, Maegan Emerick, David Vincent, and Austin Tindle.
Take One Improv Comedy Show
This is Take One Productions’ main show. Our actors put on a
short-form improv comedy show, similar to Whose Line Is It
Anyway, that is suitable for all ages. This show is usually two hours
long, and involves audience participation.
Punkin’ Your Plushie
Learn how to Steampunk plush creatures. Finding supplies and
ideas for these beasts is not trivial, and one size does not fit all.
Participants are encouraged to bring your own plush friends so the
group can work together on ideas for the perfect steam pet!
Q & A: RingDoll
Join sculptor Huang Shan and RingDoll staff as they answer questions from attending doll owners.
Raunchy Shakespeare (18+)
Laugh, scream, and cry the way Shakespeare intended with an
hour long romp through the best moments of the Bard. Participation is encouraged, but not necessary.
RealTDragon’s Advanced Cosplay Music Video Workshop &
Hangout
Join YouTuber/cosplayer RealTDragon on an adventure to learn
the advanced ins & outs of making a cosplay music video, with live
action cosplayers being filmed during the panel!
Retro Game Speedrunning
Back for its third year! Join us to watch a live speed run of our first
NES game, Mega Man 6!
RingDoll Projects: Past and Future
Sculptor Huang Shan will discuss projects from the past and
preview new dolls yet to be released.
Rocky Horror Picture Show: Presented by Los Bastardos (18+)
Los Bastardos has performed the Rocky Horror Picture Show in
DFW since 1997, and is regarded as one of the best casts in the
country. Accomplished and traveled, this professional stage show
is R-rated and adds the perfect amount of spice to your night.
RWBY: Join Us in Remnant
Join the RWBY cast in Remnant and become a student at the
Beacon Academy! Design a weapon, form a team, and become the
hero you’ve always wanted to be!
Saturday Morning Presents... Minami-kun no Koibito (My Little
Lover)
Get the morning started with Minami-kun. ヾ(o✪‿✪o)ｼ
Screensnaps: Akira Live Movie Riff
Screensnaps is Nerdcore Comedy’s live movie riff show featuring
both scripted and off the cuff comments at the expense of questionable cinematic choices. Join us as we roast Akira, a film about
child experiments, teen angst, and motorcycles.
Season of Ghosts Q & A
Season of Ghosts is a spiritually groundbreaking, intergalactic
music project, combining massive riffs, harsh electronics and compelling vocals, through the eerie spectrum of a sci-fi horror movie.
Sophia (ex-Blood Stain Child) returns to A-Kon with a new project.
Send in the Clowns
How to make humor work in fiction, film and fantasy. Hosted by
Anthony Brownrigg, Eric Flint, Theresa Patterson, and Jim O’Rear.
Sentai Filmworks Dub Premiere: Cross Ange: Rondo of Angel
and Dragon
See one of Sentai Filmworks’ newest shows! Cross Ange: Rondo of
Angel and Dragon, also known as simply Cross Ange, is a Japanese
mecha anime television series produced by Sunrise and began
airing from October 2014.
Sickin’ Sweet Sparkling Artists
Sweet, sick, and sparkling. Like eating a handful of glitter. (◕ᴗ◕✿)
Sky Marshals Web Series Premiere
For the first time anywhere, the Sky Marshals will be showing all
three episodes, highlighting the evolution in writing and acting.
So You Think You Can Improv?
This contest is open to every con attendee that ever wanted to
take a swing at improv comedy, but never had the chance. Each
person that signs up will get to perform for Take One. The winner
will get to perform with our cast in our next show.
So You Want to Be a Samurai?
Learn the basics of Japanese swordsmanship with Plano Martial
Arts Academy. This is an interactive kenjutsu workshop: we bring
the swords, and you get to use them! One lucky participant will
win the chance to suit up in armor for a real fight!
So You Want to Get In-Character (Advanced)
Do you cosplay and try to stay in-character? Having trouble trying to figure out new poses for pictures? We’ll teach you more
advanced lessons on how to get even more in-character!
Sports Anime Festival!!
Do you like Free, Haikyuu!!, Kuroko no Basket, or sports anime
in general? Then this is your panel! Featuring games with sports
anime elements.
Staff Favorites
Join the KonBuki staff in watching their favorite videos. (ﾉ･д･)ﾉ
Steam Powered Giraffe Concert
This quirky act combines comedic sketches, improvised android
banter, and original music fused with multimedia visuals, billowing steam effects, and robot pantomime. Join The Spine, Bunny,
Hatchworth, and the rest of the crew as they entertain and amaze!
They’re epic, and so cool.
Steampunk DIY Modification and Building
The crew of the Airship Isabella will pull out their pretties and
baubles and show you how they were made! This panel will cover
from basic steampunk modification techniques to scratch-built
construction of armor, weapons, costumes, and gadgets.
Tripping the Anime Rift: Sci-Fi in Anime
This panel explores the rich history of the science fiction genre in
anime while also looking to the future and discussing what the
medium has coming down the wormhole for us next. Androids,
space exploration, time travel, cyberpunk, and more!
Undertale: Whose Line is it Anyway?
Join King Asgore and his loyal subjects as we gather for merriment
and fun! Join us for games, acting battles, and sassy remarks as we
make our way through the Underground! We may show MERCY if
you STAY DETERMINED and stick with us until the end!
Victorian Mystery Theatre Tea
An interactive murder (or stolen artifact) event that serves a three
course afternoon tea. Open to any Victorian cosplayer or enthusiast. Special guests may be in attendance. Ticket required.
Victorian Social
Saturday night social for people to come mingle in a quiet area
with some small acoustic performers and other entertainment.
Alcohol will be sold during the event.
Video Game Voice Acting Workshop
The basics of recording VO for games, from the voice of Ryu from
Street Fighter 5 (Kyle Hebert). Volunteers will be chosen to do
fight reactions, power up yells, and death screams.
Visit Japan with PacSet!
Ever wanted to visit Japan but weren’t sure how? Learn about our
tours, ask questions, and hear some stories from our adventures!
VK Night: Goths, Rock, Pop & Pop Rock Goths!
Join us to watch all the Visual Kei videos! ｡ﾟ✶.ヽ(*´∀`*)ﾉ.✶ﾟ｡
Voice Acting Tales: My FUNimation Journey
What’s it like to record at FUNimation? How does the audition
process work? What’s a booth bomb? Do the directors dress in
cosplay? All of these questions shall be answered! Learn about the
VA industry and geek out with voice actress Morgan Berry!
Voice Acting Tryouts
Total audience participation! Show off your voice acting talent!
David Vincent will give insider tips and professional techniques for
the world of voice acting, and will put your voice acting talent to
the test! Prizes include a personal Skype session with David Vincent himself with guidance on launching your voice acting career.
Wake Up Social
Join us and get your morning started. Visit, compare dolls, and
take photographs. We’ll have small door prizes!
The Want Each Other Duo (Gackt/Hyde)
You know they do. (*•̀ᴗ•́*)9
The Webcomics Roundtable
Assembled here at A-Kon is a force the likes of which you’ve never
seen before, the greatest webcomic creators on the internet.
Come learn how to do this webcomic thing the right way.
We’re Done “Freaking Out:” Q & A with the Creator of “Ghost,”
Mystery Ben
The creator of various animations over the years, from “Phoenix
Wright: Boot to the Head,” to the Mystery Skulls animated music
video series, comes to A-Kon! Join Mystery Ben and Kressent
“ArtsyFeathers” Rhodes as they show off their work and answer
your questions about past and present animations.
Wet Molding Leather for Masks and Armor
Join artist Charlie Davenport for a demonstration of techniques
used for sculpting custom masks, forming armor, and a wide
variety of other cosplay applications.
What Exactly is Military Science Fiction?
An explanation about the creation and writing of military fiction;
how to make it realistic, and how to keep the details straight.
Hosted by John Ringo, Bill Fawcett, SM Stirling, and Eric Flint.
What... the…
What even is this? ʅ(・ω・。)ʃ??
What’s SO BAD About Your Favorite Anime!
Love anime and video games? Ever wanted a few of them to be
roasted by some comedians? Well then this is for you! Our comedians love poking fun about just how bad your favorites can be!
Who Wants to Be a Voice Actor?
Voice acting is quickly becoming one of the most desirable professions in modern media; we’re here to help you make sense of the
world behind your favorite cartoons and video games. Ask questions and then show us what you’ve got in some live auditions!
Whose Line is it Anime! (18+)
We are the players in a traveling anime-themed improv variety
game show inspired by Whose Line Is it Anyway? We will invite
you to come up on stage and play the games as well!
Working in the Anime Industry
Have questions for people who work in the anime industry? Join
Crunchyroll and other industry reps as they discuss what it’s like!
The World of Space Battleship Yamato
Over 40 years ago, this space opera rewrote the rulebook and
expanded anime into the world-class entertainment we know and
love. Cosmo DNA author/editor Tim Eldred is your host for a look
back at the classics and a look forward at what’s coming next.
Writing Internet Horror
What does it take to scare someone on the internet? Well, these
days, not much. Why not learn how to do it the right way, as
CreepyPastaJr and MissShadowLovely give you the ins and outs of
how to compose a story that will leave people trembling behind
their keyboards.
Strike a Pose!: Acting Your Cosplay Photoshoot
You’ve got your cosplay, you’ve found a photographer, and you’ve
scouted the perfect location, but now what? Alex Moore uses her
stage and movement background to show participants the basics
to create dynamic poses and how to be active and interesting
subjects. Great for first-time cosplayers and photographers alike.
Yousei Teikoku Q & A
A rare glimpse into the Fairy Empire and an opportunity for Yousei
Teikoku’s loyal subjects to ask Empress Yui and her bandmates
questions in person.
Ye Olde Anime of the Early 2000’s
Join us in a discussion about anime of days not too far gone: the
early and mid 2000s!
The Yaoi Hands-On Games (18+)
Ready to show off that hard earned knowledge about yaoi? Join
the yaoi games and compete with your friends to get some candy
and/or the fabulous title of being the King of Yaoi.
Swap Meet
Switching fandoms? Bought a grab bag that just doesn’t suit you?
Bring all your convention swag to the swap meet! Trade-for-trade
and leave with new things you will love!
Stranger than Steampunk: Really Weird Victorians
Think steampunk is weird? Wait until you find out some of the
things the Victorians considered normal! We’ll explore mummy
wrapping, poisonous paper, cocaine for toothaches, and more!
Toons That Go Bump in the Night
A look at the darker side of anime, showcasing everything from
gothic gloom to high-octane thrillers, traditional yokai to unspeakable Lovecraftian beasts. If you’re looking for some new nightmare
fuel, this is the panel for you.
Prop Mold Making and Casting
Have you ever made a fantastic prop and wished you could have
another? Demos include how to make silicone molds and cast
from them using polyurethane resins, metal powders, and clear
acrylics; weathering; and special effects with cast pieces.
Pitch Dating
Like speed dating, but for elevator pitches: you have five minutes
to pitch your idea, outline, or question to a pro and get five minutes’ worth of feedback from them. When the buzzer goes off you
have to leave, but you can get back in line if you want to test out
your idea on a different mentor. Live Tweet using #pitchdating!
With Helen McCarthy and Bill Fawcett.
Pundertale
Fans of Undertale! Toriel and Sans desperately need help with
pun-making and other joke-related needs. Please, come join the
two in a fun-filled, pun-filled hour of groans and grins!
K-Pop Dance Workshop
Wanna take a break from senpai and learn some new dance
moves for sunbae? Learn how to dance “Just Right” so your
sunbae or oppa will go “OOH AHH” all day~!
LARP and Life
This panel is about using Live Action Role Play for fun, health, and
development. Learn about the use of LARP to help people explore
emotions and situations in a safe environment. Q & A is strongly
encouraged in this panel.
Live Pokémon Battle
Two teams of trainer and Pokémon must give commands and
attack, or take a hit if the trainer hasn’t given a command to block
or dodge. Battles last up to three minutes.
Lolita and J-Fashion Runway Show
Welcome to our first J-Fashion Runway Show, featuring a variety
of styles. Models will strut the stage showcasing pieces from Lolita
Collective, including guest designers Belladonna and Mossbadger,
as well as their own coordinates. There will also a special guest
appearance from J-Fashion artist Minori!
Main Cosplay Judging
If you have pre-registered for the Cosplay Contest, please come
to judging at your assigned time. Do not be late! We will have a
limited number of spaces available on-site starting at 10am.
Make Your Own Hero Accessory
Participants are invited to learn the basics of leather stamping by
creating their own custom wristband! This free youth project is
sponsored by Tandy Leather and recommended for youth ages
7-13. Wristbands limited to one per participant, and youth must
be accompanied by an adult.
Making Lolita Your Own: Breaking the Mold
Anyone can wear the complete print, but not everyone can combine pieces from different prints, brands, and even entire styles
and keep it cohesive. Lolita veterans will share how to make your
fandom coord just as refined as haute couture, break the style
boundaries, and do it all while still following most of the rules.
Making Two Lumps
Ever wonder what goes into the Two Lumps sausage? Come and
shape a brand new Two Lumps comic, made live in front of a
studio audience.
MikuMikuDance: Creating Motion Data (Model and Camera)
This panel will cover the basics of creating camera and model motion data. We will also introduce the interpolation curve, as well as
provide some tips.
Morning Bending with Toph 101
Come get your yoga on with the notorious Earth Bender, Toph as
she walks you through the rituals of opening your chakras for better bending. No matter what nation, you’ll find your inner bender
or watch a blind girl kick your butt!
Mu Epsilon Kappa National Gathering
Is your school’s anime club a chapter of Mu Epsilon Kappa? Then
come meet other Kappas from around the country!
The Mythology of Grimm
Nathan Robert Brown, pop culture mythologist and the author of
The Mythology of Grimm, returns to A-Kon to discuss the folklore
roots and mythological elements of the NBC show Grimm. Q & A
session and book signing will follow the presentation.
Natalie Hoover Q & A
Join voice actor Natalie Hoover, the actor behind Tsukino from
Show by Rock!!. Get the answers to all your questions.
Neptunia 101
Ever wonder what the game industry would be like if it were a
living, breathing world with game console goddesses and game
parody monsters? You’re in luck! Whether you are a noob or a fan,
there is something for everyone!
Night Time Social
Come relax at the end of the day. Visit, compare dolls and take
photographs. We’ll have door prizes, so don’t miss the fun. Maybe
you’ll take home a new doll tonight!
Nightmare Nights Panel
Calling all bronies and pegasisters! Join the organizers of Dallas’
local pony convention.
Non-Visible: Otaku with Non-Visible Disabilities
Come to this panel to learn ways and tips to help make friends,
not seem too overbearing, help others during anxiety and panic
attacks, and anger management tips.
Not ALL H-Games: A Deeper Delve into Visual Novels (18+)
When you think of visual novels, what’s the first thing that comes
to mind? Dating sims? Porn games? Fodder for anime adaptations? Beyond initial preconceptions, visual novels serve as a
surprisingly deep and versatile means for storytelling. Come learn
about visual novel titles currently available in the U.S.
NSSC Game Night (18+)
Join the Not So Super Cosplay team for some late night fun and
games, Hollywood Game Night style.
Octopimp & Sparky Waste Your Time
“50% OFF”! Have you heard of it? What do you mean NO? Well,
watch this panel and hear from the creators. It’ll be an ok time.
Oh Crap!
Writing mistakes and disasters, what not to do with Eric Flint,
Helen McCarthy, John Ringo, & SM Stirling.
Pass n Draw
Share draw! No drawing experience required. Come prepared to
laugh, make friends, and have a side-spliting fun time creating
silly drawings with others in a unique way. Prizes awarded for the
most ridiculous outcomes. Supplies will be provided, personal
sketchbooks are allowed.
Kimono 102: Dressing Basics
Volunteers will be models for several different types of kimono.
We’ll cover both men’s and women’s kimono, and how to make an
everyday outfit more formal using various accessories.
Pop Culture Parenting
Dr. Michael Vandehey, practicing psychologist and professor at
MSU, presents on how to choose age- and developmentallyappropriate material for fandom parents and children, and how
parents can respond to children’s questions.
Pet Doll Blushing Workshop (16+)
Paint Steampunk Archie, a 3D printed BJD pet doll from
SweetDolls. This workshop will be done with wet acrylic paints.
Pre-registration required.
Kimono 201: Silks and Decoration
Learn hands-on how the type of silk a kimono is made out of can
help you identify the age of the garment. Decoration techniques
will also be discussed, including tips on how to look out for fakes
found on mass produced modern kimono.
Karaoke OK
Want to sing to your heart’s content? Join us in the karaoke room
and let your passion shine! Everyone, please listen to our song!
KanColle 201: An Admiral’s Experience & the Fandom
A continuation of KanColle 101. Learn and see what the fandom
has done and how it has grown over the past 3 years. Share your
experiences with your fellow admirals.
J-Pop Dance Workshop!
Have you ever bumped into a nice-looking guy or forgot about
your homework? Get out your “Toluthin Antenna”, use this
workshop as a “Pick Me Up”, and let’s have fun! Wash away your
worries and jump lightly, jump lightly~
Creating and Sustaining Realistic Characters
Join Bill Fawcett, Eric Flint, Theresa Patterson, and SM Stirling in
learning how to create and portray a character that rings true, but
is still unique and amazing.
FUNimation Major Dub Premiere: The Boy and the Beast
The latest family feature film from award-winning Japanese director Mamoru Hosoda (Summer Wars, Wolf Children). PG-13.
Style: 300 points, any figure, any universe. 3 rounds, 40 minute
each. Cost: $5
12:00pm: Realms Open Championship Texas State Event
HeroClix
HeroClix and major card game tournaments.
Art, Music, & Writing
MEK
Imperial Open 24 hours.
Console Tournaments
12:00pm: Super Smash Bros. for Wii U
Pokémon Challenge 2016
10:00am: Elite Four Battles Begin
7:00pm: Elite Four Victors Tournament
Behind the Voice: Men of a Thousand Voices
What happens when you have all the guys together for a panel?
There’s only one way to find out... Join Jeremy Inman, Kyle Hebert,
Todd Haberkorn, David Vincent, Austin Tindle, and Matt Mercer
for an hour of silly stories and Q & A about their VA experience.
Champion battle between reigning Champion and this year’s challenger to be held at the conclusion of the Victors Tournament.
Registration for event previously held on Friday.
PS4. Cost: $20 per team.
6:00pm: Call of Duty: Black Ops III 2 vs. 2
PS4. 64 player cap. Cost: $10
5:00pm: Street Fighter V
PS3. Cost: $10
4:00pm: Guilty Gear Xrd -SIGN-
Xbox 360. Cost: $10
3:00pm: Ultimate Marvel vs. Capcom 3
Xbox One. Cost: $10
2:00pm: Dead or Alive 5 Last Round
Xbox One. Cost: $20 per team.
2:00pm: Halo 5: Guardians 2 vs. 2
PS4. Cost: $10
1:00pm: Call of Duty: Black Ops III FFA
PS4. 64 player cap. Cost: $10
1:00pm: Mortal Kombat XL
64 player cap. Cost: $10
Registration for all tournaments ends 30 minutes before tournament start. Bring your own controller reccomended.
Console and handheld gaming and tournaments. Gaming stations open all day.
Participant
Maid Café
Style: 8 player pods. Each player gets 5 packs to build deck. Players
keep cards. Cost: $20
Get-a-Mat
Style: 8 player pods. Bring Your Own Deck, Expanded. Cost: $20
Sealed Tournament
Style: 8 player pods. Each player gets 5 packs to build deck. Players
keep cards. Cost: $20
Theme Deck Challenge
Style: 8 player pods. Decks provided. Players get themed deck + 2
packs to build deck. Players keep cards. Cost: $20
Win-a-Box
Style: 8 player pods. Bring Your Own Deck, Expanded. Cost: $15
Win-a-Mat
Style: 8 player pods. Bring Your Own Deck, Expanded. Cost: $5
Cortez 10:00am - 12:00am
Magic: The Gathering side tourneys, tabletop RPGs, and board games.
Barbarossa
3:00pm: Learn to Play Barbarossa
All modules start in blocks. See room for details.
10:00am - 3:00pm
Games start as player threshold is reached. Sign-ups at 11:00am.
Booster Draft
Anime Jeopardy: Expert
The classic game show with fun anime themes. This round is for
those hardcore otaku who really know their anime. To play this
game you must correctly answer qualifying questions at the Mu
Epsilon Kappa booth in Artist Alley!
Tanto Cuore
Anime Streaming
Need something to do? Watch a random selection of anime!
Anime Theme Songs
You know, the things that play before the show starts! ヾ(•ω•)ﾉ
Anime’s Fiercest Females
Anime lacks strong female leads, you say? Not so! The women
showcased in this panel are sword-swingers and gunslingers,
leaders, and passionate believers. Sometimes, you find that the
lady IS the tiger!
Aniplex of America Industry Panel
Aniplex of America continues to provide hit anime titles to the fan
community in North America. Join us to hear more about all the
amazing things we have planned for you in 2016.
Art Show Auction
Did too many people bid on that art you wanted? Now fight for it,
with your dollars!
Awkward Zombie Q & A
Awkward Zombie is a comic you may have heard of, but who’s this
Katie who made it? Get all your burning questions answered!
Bad Fanfiction Theatre: Better Than Hamlet (16+)
The lights are on, the stage is set. Will you be there? Join Bad
Fanfiction Theatre as they continue the tale of My Immortal, and
other classic stories torn from the internet, with the help of the
audience as the characters themselves!
Ballet with Princess Kraehe (Princess Tutu)
Ever wanted to take ballet but couldn’t afford it or find the time?
Learn the basics of ballet with a small partnering variation.
Behind the Voice: Ladies Only!
There’s never a dull moment with these ladies! Join some of the
biggest names in English voice acting in an hour discussion jam
packed with stories and answers to burning questions. In attendence: Alexandra Moore, Cherami Leigh, Kristen McGuire, Maegan
Emerick, Morgan Berry, and Natalie Hoover.
Basic Anime Drawing
Learn the basics of drawing anime with Kristen McGuire! Big eyes,
small nose, and hands. Ugh… hands.
BJDs and Social Media
Surfing through social media can be intimidating. Join us for an
open talk on keeping things fun and enjoyable without the hate.
The Birth of Anime Fandom
Plenty has been written about how anime fandom got started in
the west, but how did it actually start in Japan? Tim Eldred walks
you through this fascinating history and shows you exactly who to
thank for laying the path that we’re all on today.
11:00am: Tanto Cuore Base Game Tournament
1:00pm: Learn to Play Tanto Cuore
2:00pm: Tanto Cuore Oktoberfest Tournament
Style: Single elimination, starts at 8 players. Cost: $15
Standard Win-a-Box
Style: Single elimination, starts at 8 players. Cost: $15
Modern Win-a-Box
Style: Pods, starts at 4 players. Cost: $10
Commander
Style: Single elimination, starts at 8 players. Cost: $15
Magic: The Gathering
PSQ: Silverhex Chronicles, Intro 1: First Steps p1, #0-03: Murder on the Silken
Caravan, #7-21 The Sun Orchid Scheme, #5-06: You Have What You Hold, #4-12:
The Refuge of Time, PACG: Season of the Rune Lords
3:00pm - 8:00pm
PSQ: Phantom Phenomena, #7-10: The Consortium Compact, #7-22: Bid for
Alabastrine, #4-19: Night March of Kalkamedes, #4-05: Sanos Abduction, #3-10
The Immortal Conundrum, PACG: Season of the Rune Lords
8:00pm - 1:00am
#5-08: The Confirmation, #7-21: The Sun Orchid Scheme
#4-07: Severing Ties, #5-02: The Wardstone Patrol, #6-07: Valley of Veiled
Flame, #4-20: Words of the Ancients, PACG: Season of the Rune Lords
Panel Descriptions
3D Custom Girl 101 (18+)
Learn about a computer program designed to make 3D images of
anime style characters. Basic info on how to get, install, and enjoy
this program will be provided. Adults only, please.
3x the Gunpla
Join the Texas Gundam Club as we show you the world of Gunpla!
Learn how to build your very own model kit, and make them look
amazing! Find out upcoming Gundam events near you!
A Manic Discussion About Fetishes (18+)
We of the nerdy culture have some unusual kinks. But these aren’t
things to be ashamed of! Let’s learn a little about ourselves, all
bundled up with the nervous energy of a room full of deviants!
Advanced Leather Coloring Techniques
Artist Charlie Davenport of Tandy Leather will demonstrate how to
use a variety of different products for unique coloring effects on
vegetable tanned leather.
After Auction Sale
Tickets required. Get tickets from Art Show staff during Friday and
Saturday show hours, or by attending the Art Auction.
The Alchemy of Fullmetal Alchemist
From historical quests for the Philosopher’s Stone to modern
experiments to change lead into gold, this panel will teach you
the basics of alchemy and dives deep into the hidden alchemical
symbolism within Fullmetal Alchemist.
All Yaoi Considered (18+)
Join us for sexy-but-serious special topics presentations, “Yaoi
Hell” videos, and exciting BL games. Fangirls and fanboys of all corners of fandom are welcome! Hosted by BL Garden of DFW.
AMV Masters Contest
Watch some Anime Music Videos in the Master level competition!
Antarctic Press Industry Panel
See what Antarctic Press has in store!
Ani-Idol Finals
The intense singing competition comes to an exciting conclusion.
See who gets crowned the Ani-Idol of A-Kon 27! Featuring Morgan
Berry, Maegan Emerick, Ashlee Christopher, Drew Bramlett, and
Becky Taylor.
Ani-Idol Second Round
Auditions are complete. Round Two begins. See who made the cut
in the second round of the famous singing contest! Featuring Morgan Berry, Maegan Emerick, Ashlee Christopher, Drew Bramlett,
and Becky Taylor.
Anime Hell (18+)
A live screening of weird, amusing, confusing, disturbing, or entertaining clips about Japan, animation, both, or neither. All this plus
singalongs, prizes, contests, candy, and Hell Nurse Katie!
Anime in America: From Speed Racer to Space Dandy
America has been importing those weird asian cartoons for longer
than most of us have been alive, and the journey from animation
cel to your television or computer has been longer and more
storied than you might think.